MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
179,222 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
slight play in off side drop arm
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz E?
Based on 4,722,746 MOT tests across 435,734 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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YDL 985Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 124,559 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Mercedes-benz E fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 132,731 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YDL 985Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Mercedes-benz E typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 44 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was YDL 985Y registered?
YDL 985Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 31 December 1982.
Is YDL 985Y safe to buy?
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